For a wedding with 125 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $38,330 - $46,848. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Houston TX is approximately $341. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,330 - $46,848.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,330 - $46,848 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $268 - $328. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $289 - $353.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,578 - $1,928. This represents about 4.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,259 - $2,761 |
5.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$268 - $328 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$289 - $353 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,578 - $1,928 |
4.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Houston TX is $447 - $547. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Houston TX area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$447 - $547 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$447 - $547 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $277 - $339. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$277 - $339 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,892 - $2,312, which is 4.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,311 - $1,603.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,892 - $2,312 |
4.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,311 - $1,603 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$581 - $710 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Houston TX, you should budget approximately $15,201 - $18,579, which is about 39.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,201 - $18,579 |
39.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,440 - $2,982 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,704 - $5,750 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,320 - $7,724 |
16.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,737 - $2,123 |
4.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,812 - $3,436. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,812 - $3,436 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$569 - $695 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$259 - $317 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$301 - $367 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$762 - $932 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$562 - $686 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$359 - $439 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $599 - $732.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$599 - $732 |
1.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$395 - $483 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$203 - $249 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $512 - $626. This is approximately 1.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$512 - $626 |
1.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $73 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$190 - $232 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $912 - $1,114, which is about 2.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $554 - $677, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,465 - $1,791 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$912 - $1,114 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$554 - $677 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Houston TX area is $253 - $309. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$253 - $309 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $965 - $1,179.
| Other Events Cost |
$965 - $1,179 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$965 - $1,179 |
2.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $7,038 - $8,602 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 18.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 125 guests spend between $3,626 - $4,432 on wedding photography, which is about 9.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Houston TX is $2,757 - $3,369. This makes up a portion of your (7.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,038 - $8,602 |
18.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$343 - $419 |
0.9% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$312 - $382 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,626 - $4,432 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,757 - $3,369 |
7.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Houston TX is estimated to be $4,208 - $5,143. This service accounts for 11.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,208 - $5,143 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,208 - $5,143 |
11.0% |